The Firm Our client is a well-established regional firm with a strong presence in Nottingham and the wider Midlands. The firm is known for its pragmatic, business-focused advice and has a collaborative, supportive culture that encourages autonomy and career progression. The Role The firm is seeking a Senior Associate or Partner-level Employment Lawyer to play a leading role in its Nottingham office. This is a strategic hire, offering the chance to manage and grow a high-quality employment practice, act for a broad mix of clients, and contribute to the firm’s continued success. Key Responsibilities Advising employers and senior executives on all aspects of employment law Handling complex contentious cases, including discrimination, whistleblowing and tribunal claims Drafting and negotiating service agreements, policies, contracts and settlement agreements Advising on restructures, TUPE, redundancies and senior exits Delivering training and seminars to clients on HR and employment issues Driving business development, strengthening existing relationships and building new ones Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and supporting team development The Candidate Senior Associate or Partner with a strong background in employment law Experienced across both contentious and non-contentious matters Commercially aware and confident in managing client relationships Strong business development track record or appetite to build a practice Leadership skills and enthusiasm for mentoring colleagues Ambitious, proactive and keen to make an impact at a senior level What’s on Offer Competitive salary and senior-level package Genuine opportunity to step up to partnership for ambitious Senior Associates Autonomy to shape and grow the employment team in Nottingham High-quality, varied work for a diverse client base Supportive culture with scope to influence the future direction of the practice Apply Now If you are an Employment Senior Associate ready for partnership, or a Partner seeking a new challenge in Nottingham, we’d be delighted to hear from you.